NTSB Issues Recommendation A-17-028 to FAA Regarding Pilot Weather Report Database

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has issued safety recommendation A-17-028, identified as DCA15SR001, addressed directly to the Federal Aviation Administration. This directive calls for the establishment and maintenance of a comprehensive database dedicated to pilot weather reports. The recommended system must archive this meteorological data for a minimum duration of one year. Furthermore, the NTSB specifies that the database must provide robust search and retrieval capabilities. These features are intended to support various uses, including meteorological analysis, research initiatives, and other operational applications. This recommendation underscores the importance of accessible historical weather data in aviation safety contexts.